About Us
Holly Kenny, Artist & Owner
Flamework artist and metalsmith Holly Kenny has been creating artisan glass jewelry, giftware, and home décor since 2008. With over 15 years of teaching experience, she leads flamework and metals classes for children, teens, and adults. Holly opened Elsie Kaye Glassworks in 2017, naming the studio after her daughter, whose initials are "LCK."
Inspired by the fluid nature of glass, Holly loves discovering the shapes it takes as it transforms. She enjoys turning that creativity into one-of-a-kind wearable and functional works of art. Her work can be found in more than fifty shops and galleries across the country, and she welcomes custom orders.
Erica Doiron, Retail Manager
Erica joins Elsie Kaye with years of experience in creative, hands-on spaces and a strong artistic background. She keeps the shop running smoothly, assists with our social media, and helps organize studio events that spark inspiration for makers of all ages. She loves being part of a place where creativity is everywhere and enjoys finding new ways to share that energy with others.
Sydney, Customer Relations Specialist
Coming soon
Sheila Checkoway, Instructor
Sheila Checkoway has worked in hot glass for more than 18 years, beginning with hot shop sand-casting before moving to the flameshop, where she found a passion for glass beads. She has taught beadmaking for many years, including at Diablo Glass in Boston, and currently teaches beginner and intermediate flameworking classes at Elsie Kaye Glassworks.
Sheila's work is inspired by organic textures, colors, and sophisticated designs featuring gold leaf and metal. She creates lampwork beads for jewelry artists worldwide, and her work can be found at bead shows throughout the Northeast and online through Sheila Checkoway Designs.